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Thousands of American restaurants closing as costs rise
Original: Thousands of American restaurants closing over rising costs, declining sales
Thousands of restaurants across the United States are shutting down as owners face rising costs for food, labor and rent alongside declining customer sales. Industry observers point to inflation pressures and consumers cutting back on dining out as the main drivers. The closures are hitting both independent eateries and chain locations, raising concerns about job losses and the future of the sector.
Why now: Rising inflation and weak consumer spending are squeezing the restaurant industry, making widespread closures a pressing economic concern.
American restaurantsUS restaurant industry
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- Thousands of American restaurants closing over rising costs, declining sales · CBS Evening News · 1.3M
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